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Sang-e Chārak, Afghanistan

Sar-e Pol Province · 🇦🇫 Afghanistan

Sang-e Chārak is a small city in Sar-e Pol Province, Afghanistan with a population of 15,377. Elevation: 4,865 ft (1,483 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
15,377 Population
4,865 ft Elevation 1,483 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
9.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kabul Timezone
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 19.2%
40% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.4%
271% higher than US avg

People

Population15,377
Median Age18.9 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$414
Unemployment13.4%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity19.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.0%
Depression3.7%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI80 (Moderate)
Rain9.7 in/yr
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation4,865 ft (1,483 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+50.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband17.7%
Population15,377
Elevation4,865 ft (1,483 m)
Coordinates35.8497°, 66.4369°
TimezoneAsia/Kabul
Country🇦🇫 Afghanistan
State / ProvinceSar-e Pol Province
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation9.7 inches (245 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.7 inches (9 cm)
Median Age18.9 years

Is Sang-e Chārak a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sang-e Chārak receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Sang-e Chārak faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 13.4%, unemployment is notably high.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sang-e Chārak experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 80.

Sang-e Chārak has a population of 15,377. The median age is 18.9 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50.5% male. 6.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 42.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

15,377
Total Population
18.9yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Sang-e Chārak vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sang-e Chārak vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sang-e Chārak is N/A. Per capita income is $414 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 13.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 18.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Sang-e Chārak vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$414

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.4%
271% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living18.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Sang-e Chārak, 19.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 11.9% have diabetes. 40.2% have high blood pressure. 7.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.0% report binge drinking. 88.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Sang-e Chārak vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity19.2%
40% below US avg
Diabetes11.9%
High Blood Pressure40.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.0%
50% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.0%
Physical Inactivity88.1%
Depression3.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate42.0%

Food & Exercise

Sang-e Chārak experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 318 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 9.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 80 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 64% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 4,865 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.7 inches
75% below US avg
Snowfall3.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median80.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %64.1%

Geography

Elevation4,865 ft (1,483 m)
Coordinates35.8497°N, 66.4369°W
TimezoneAsia/Kabul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 32°F (0°C) 1.6 in
March 42°F (6°C) 2.2 in Wettest
April 55°F (13°C) 1.8 in
May 64°F (18°C) 0.9 in
June 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in
July 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in
September 66°F (19°C) 0.0 in
October 54°F (12°C) 0.4 in
November 44°F (6°C) 0.6 in
December 35°F (2°C) 0.8 in

Sang-e Chārak has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F — from 29°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.2") and July the driest (0.0").

10.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 68% below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school. 17.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.9%
68% below US avg
High School+50.0%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access17.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sang-e Chārak

What is the population of Sang-e Chārak?

Sang-e Chārak has a population of 15,377 residents and is located in Afghanistan.. The median age of residents is 18.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50.5% male.

Is Sang-e Chārak expensive to live in?

Sang-e Chārak is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 18.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Sang-e Chārak?

Sang-e Chārak has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.7 inches, with 3.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 80.

How is the job market in Sang-e Chārak?

The job market in Sang-e Chārak faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Sang-e Chārak?

10.9% of adults in Sang-e Chārak hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Sang-e Chārak?

The obesity rate in Sang-e Chārak is 19.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.0% of adults are smokers. 88.1% are physically inactive. 3.7% of residents report depression.

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